• Tackle Tyron Smith headlines the class: The Kansas City Chiefs would be prime suitors for the veteran if he decides to leave Dallas for the first time in his NFL career.
• A much-improved Kevin Dotson leads the way for the interior group: Dotson shined in 2023 after the Steelers traded him to the Rams, and the Giants and Raiders are two potential landing spots.
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We started our free agent landing spots series with quarterbacks and wide receivers, then wrapped up the skill position players with running backs and tight ends, and now we turn our attention to the offensive line, identifying the teams with the biggest needs at each spot and the resources available to make a splash. We’re operating under the assumption here that teams do not retain their own top pending free agents at the respective positions.
For our full list of the top 150 free agents, check out our free agent rankings page loaded with player analysis, PFF data and contract projections.
14. T Tyron Smith, Dallas Cowboys
Potential landing spot(s): Kansas City Chiefs
If Smith were to leave the one team he’s ever played with, the team that he nearly completed an eight-year extension with before signing a reduced one-year deal in 2023, it would presumably have to be a clear Super Bowl contender.
So, the Chiefs are our obvious selection here, looking to replace veteran Donovan Smith with another veteran in Smith, who is still one of the best blindside pass protectors in the NFL when healthy.
Top free agent comparison: Terron Armstead, 2022
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Negative run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Tyron Smith | 82.0 | 78.6 | 11.5% | ||
| Terron Armstead | 87.3 | 80.1 | 11.9% | 7.2% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
22. T Trent Brown, New England Patriots
Potential landing spot(s): Cincinnati Bengals, New Orleans Saints
The Bengals made a splash last offseason in recruiting Orlando Brown Jr. away from the Kansas City Chiefs, but they now have a potential void at right tackle with Jonah Williams set to hit free agency and likely looking to start back at left tackle elsewhere after briefly requesting a trade last offseason. Brown has played at both tackle spots during his career and in this scenario would slide back over to the right side, but could fill in at left tackle if needed.
The Saints moved longtime left guard Andrus Peat back out to left tackle in 2023, and he held up fairly well from health-wise and performance-wise. Peat is set to hit free agency and could return once again on a revised deal. But if not, the Saints have veteran James Hurst and Trevor Penning in the fold vying for both starting spots on the left side of the line. Brown protected Saints quarterback Derek Carr in Las Vegas for two years and was one of former Raiders head coach Jon Gruden’s biggest free-agent splashes. While injuries derailed his time there, a reunion could make sense on a much cheaper deal. Gruden is expected to be involved with the Saints' offense in some capacity in 2024, with the recently hired Klint Kubiak serving as the offensive coordinator.
Top free agent comparison: Nate Solder, 2017
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Negative run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Trent Brown | 76.1 | 68.7 | 11.8% | ||
| Nate Solder | 76.5 | 69.3 | 8.0% | 8.7% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
23. G Kevin Dotson, Los Angeles Rams
Potential landing spot(s): Las Vegas Raiders, New York Giants
Dotson earned himself a lot of money in 2023 following a trade to the Los Angeles Rams, earning a career-high 88.8 run-blocking grade. While his pass blocking dipped compared to prior years, a 68.3 mark serving as a career low is a pretty strong floor. New Raiders offensive coordinator Luke Getsy gets labeled as a Shanahan/LaFleur tree guy because of his time in Green Bay, but he runs more of a shotgun-heavy, RPO-offense with a lot of inside-zone principles, similar to the Rams' offense in 2023, which could make this a strong fit at a position of need.
The Giants desperately need to improve the league’s worst offensive line from 2023, and while much will be made of the right tackle spot, where 2022 top-10 pick Evan Neal has really struggled, adding a top-end pass protector next to the right tackle could go a long way in stabilizing the right side of the offensive line.
Top free agent comparison: Larry Warford, 2017
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Positive run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Kevin Dotson | 74.5 | 68.3 | 15.6% | ||
| Larry Warford | 75.2 | 69.1 | 15.0% | 5.1% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
25. T Mike Onwenu, New England Patriots
Potential landing spot(s): Detroit Lions, Seattle Seahawks
Onwenu may be viewed as a tackle by some teams, which would push him to those offers if that is also his preference, but with Detroit potentially set to lose both starting guards to free agency, Onwenu returns to the state of Michigan, where he played college ball for the Wolverines. A right side of the line with Penei Sewell and Onwenu would be absolute smash-mouth football in the run game.
It remains to be seen who the Seahawks' offensive coordinator will be, and that could make this more of a fit or a poor match depending on the scheme that would be deployed. However, while Macdonald never crossed paths with Onwenu, they are obviously both connected to Michigan, and Seattle needs to replace Damien Lewis at left guard and replace/upgrade the right guard spot, so Onwenu makes a lot of sense given his ability to line up all over the line.
Top free agent comparison: Daryl Williams, 2021
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Negative run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Mike Onwenu | 76.3 | 69.3 | 13.5% | ||
| Daryl Williams | 76.6 | 72.9 | 10.0% | 4.4% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
27. G Robert Hunt, Miami Dolphins
Potential landing spot(s): San Francisco 49ers, Tennessee Titans
The 49ers have never shied away from making a splash in free agency, even for a roster already loaded with elite talent on top contracts, with interior defender Javon Hargrave’s massive contract last offseason being the most recent example. San Francisco starting right guard Spencer Burford earned a 28.3 pass-blocking grade in 2023, the lowest of any right guard with at least 200 pass-blocking snaps this season. Head coach Kyle Shanahan can also call up his old pal Mike McDaniel for a scouting report on Hunt from his time coaching him with the Miami Dolphins.
You’ll see Tennessee on this list quite a bit, and they should be in the mix for any quality offensive lineman they can get their hands on besides left guards, where first-round rookie Peter Skoronski had a strong first season. We’re going back to 49ers connections here, with Titans general manager Ran Carthon also able to connect with McDaniel to get a fuller picture of Hunt’s skills. In Tennessee, Hunt’s ability to potentially kick back out to right tackle — even if just in a reserve capacity — is also intriguing.
Top free agent comparison: Brandon Brooks, 2016
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Positive run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Robert Hunt | 75.7 | 68.2 | 14.8% | ||
| Brandon Brooks | 84.6 | 78.7 | 17.1% | 5.1% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
32. G Kevin Zeitler, Baltimore Ravens
Potential landing spot(s): Detroit Lions, Philadelphia Eagles, Seattle Seahawks
Zeitler was looking for an extension from the Ravens before the season, but it never came to pass. Baltimore has so many key free-agent decisions that perhaps they will prioritize other spots, with both starting guards set to hit the market and some long-term question marks lingering at left tackle. Detroit also has both guard spots open heading into 2023, and the veteran Zeitler resembles a great fit as an elite pass protector next to the mauling Penei Sewell.
The Eagles could very well have in-house replacements for both center and right guard — if, hypothetically, Jason Kelce retires. 2022 second-round pick Cam Jurgens could shift back to his college position at center and 2023 third-round pick Tyler Steen could take over at right tackle. If Philadelphia wants to add a veteran into the fold, a right side of Zeitler and Lane Johnson would be very experienced and a brick wall in pass protection.
Following former Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald to Seattle could also make a lot of sense if Macdonald wants to bring a veteran presence to an extremely young offensive line.
Top free agent comparison: Josh Sitton, 2018
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Positive run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Kevin Zeitler | 84.4 | 77.1 | 10.6% | ||
| Josh Sitton | 90.8 | 89.3 | 14.5% | 3.8% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
37. C Connor Williams, Miami Dolphins
Potential landing spot(s): Chicago Bears, Tennessee Titans
Williams may miss some time early on in 2024, which will make his free agency period interesting, but he resembles a great buy-low option who was in the midst of a career year in 2023 with the Miami Dolphins, earning a 90.5 run-blocking grade as a perfect fit in Mike McDaniel’s wide-zone rushing attack. Chicago desperately needs to upgrade at center. And both starting guards have missed time throughout their careers, including in 2023, so Williams’ ability to slide out to guard could be appealing, as well.
The Tennessee Titans are set to lose starting center Aaron Brewer to free agency, and perhaps they’ll be patient as they undergo a bit of a rebuild, allowing Williams time to get back up to full speed and rehab in the facility before returning to the starting lineup. That would pave the way for an extension and allow him to be the veteran center for Will Levis for years to come.
Top free agent comparison: Evan Smith, 2014
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Positive run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Connor Williams | 70.7 | 63.3 | 18.4% | ||
| Evan Smith | 77.8 | 69.2 | 12.7% | 2.7% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
44. C Andre James, Las Vegas Raiders
Potential landing spot(s): Dallas Cowboys, Los Angeles Chargers
Dallas will look to replace a smart, high-floor center with another one in James, who earned career-high marks as a run blocker and pass protector in 2023 and has rarely missed a snap since taking over the starting job. James graded out well on zone and gap scheme rushes, and Dallas never skimps along the line.
While he has not yet decided, it appears Chargers center Corey Linsley may be set to retire, which leaves a big void at center for Los Angeles without a lot of resources to address it. Nonetheless, James could be a good fit with Jim Harbaugh getting downhill and protecting the interior of the pocket for Justin Herbert.
Top free agent comparison: Bradley Bozeman, 2023
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Positive run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Andre James | 68.7 | 64.7 | 12.8% | ||
| Bradley Bozeman | 67.9 | 60.1 | 11.5% | 2.7% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
47. T Mekhi Becton, New York Jets
Potential landing spot(s): Arizona Cardinals, Cleveland Browns, Tennessee Titans
The Arizona Cardinals have questions at the tackle spots now with veteran D.J. Humphries tearing his ACL late in the 2023 campaign and 2023 rookie Paris Johnson Jr. perhaps kicking back over to take his spot on the left side. Becton has experience on both sides of the line but may choose to join a team with a clear opening on the left side. A one-year flier to potentially start at either spot or be a high-upside swing tackle could be appealing for both parties.
Cleveland was decimated by injuries at the tackle spots throughout 2023. That landing spot would look more like a swing tackle opportunity, with left tackle Jedrick Wills set to play on his fifth-year option in 2024. Becton would get to fill in at either spot and rebuild his stock, with the Browns adding a contingency plan to protect quarterback Deshaun Watson in case of emergency.
The Tennessee Titans are now set to hire former Browns offensive line coach Bill Callahan, a legendary position coach who is the father of new Titans head coach Brian Callahan. Few coaches have helped launch or revitalize more offensive linemen’s careers than the elder Callahan. Tennessee also offers intriguing potential for Becton, with massive question marks at both tackle spots heading into 2024.
Top free agent comparison: Greg Robinson, 2019
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Negative run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Mekhi Becton | 60.7 | 48.8 | 20.7% | ||
| Greg Robinson | 62.1 | 54.6 | 17.4% | 3.4% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
54. T Jonah Williams, Cincinnati Bengals
Potential landing spot(s): New England Patriots, Pittsburgh Steelers
Both of New England’s starting tackle spots are potentially open heading into 2024, and even if Mike Onwenu returns, the Patriots still haven’t just left him at right tackle once and for all. The Patriots' offseason could look like 2021, when they spent a then-record amount in free agency to build out a roster for rookie quarterback Mac Jones. Adding a solid pass-protecting tackle for a new rookie quarterback could make a lot of sense.
The Steelers' offseason approach on offense will be truly fascinating after the hiring of Arthur Smith as offensive coordinator, and we never really got a straight answer as to why former starting right tackle Chukwuma Okorafor was banished from the starting lineup. Do the Steelers move 2023 first-round pick tackle Broderick Jones back to left tackle? If he stays at right tackle, do they look for an upgrade over Dan Moore Jr., who has allowed one of the highest pressure rates in the NFL two years in a row? Our projection may be a bit expensive for a Steelers free-agent signing, but we also might be too high with our initial number.
Top free agent comparison: Ja’Wuan James, 2019
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Negative run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Jonah Williams | 60.5 | 57.1 | 13.7% | ||
| Ja’Wuan James | 72.5 | 64.2 | 14.1% | 6.8% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
57. C Lloyd Cushenberry III, Denver Broncos
Potential landing spot(s): New York Jets, Los Angeles Rams
The Jets may look to go after a cheaper center if they address the position in free agency, but we like moving Joe Tippmann to right guard full time and Alijah Vera-Tucker out to right tackle, which opens up the center spot as the missing piece. Cushenberry ran the offense for Jets offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett during his brief stint as head coach of the Denver Broncos, so there is a lot of familiarity there. Granted, Cushenberry didn’t have a great year in 2022 and missed about half the season.
We’ve highlighted the Rams' pending free agents along the offensive line, so here they add a young center on a long-term contract who could form a strong tandem with Matthew Stafford and perhaps help bring along the next quarterback when that day comes.
Top free agent comparison: Mitch Morse, 2019
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Positive run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Lloyd Cushenberry | 75.2 | 69.5 | 12.6% | ||
| Mitch Morse | 80.4 | 74.0 | 7.8% | 5.9% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
61. T Jermaine Eluemunor, Las Vegas Raiders
Potential landing spot(s): Cincinnati Bengals, New England Patriots
This could be a great lower-cost addition to solidify the pass blocking on the right side for Cincinnati. A lot of big in-house contracts are on the horizon, likely limiting how much the Bengals want to spend on outside additions. Cincinnati has done well to add mid-tier veterans along the offensive line in free agency, and center Ted Karras crossed paths with Eluemunor in New England.
This would be a return to New England for Eluemunor, where he got his career off the ground as a swing tackle, eventually earning the starting job in consecutive years for the offshoot Patriots coaching staff in Las Vegas. There is clear familiarity with the system and front office/coaching staff that could make this a welcome return for all parties.
Top free agent comparison: Austin Howard, 2017
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Negative run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Jermaine Eluemunor | 71.3 | 72.9 | 12.7% | ||
| Austin Howard | 70.2 | 64.7 | 10.5% | 3% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
65. G Dalton Risner, Minnesota Vikings
Potential landing spot(s): New York Giants, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
The Giants could look to lock down their other guard spot with a good pass-protecting left guard in Risner, who settled in after his late arrival to Minnesota this season.
The Buccaneers are set at both tackle spots and have some promising young pieces in right guard Cody Mauch and center Robert Hainsey, but eliminating any weak links from a young and currently very cheap unit could go a long way. Baker Mayfield improved against pressure in 2023, but lowering the amount of interior pressure he faces would be huge for his continued growth in the offense.
Top free agent comparison: Connor McGovern, 2023
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Positive run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Dalton Risner | 71.1 | 66.5 | 9.3% | ||
| Connor McGovern | 75.0 | 64.8 | 8.8% | 3.3% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
67. G Ezra Cleveland, Jacksonville Jaguars
Potential landing spot(s): Arizona Cardinals, Washington Commanders
The Minnesota Vikings traded Cleveland to the Jacksonville Jaguars at this past year’s deadline. The Jaguars may have viewed that as a longer-term move, but they gave up only Day 3 draft capital to fix an extremely porous offensive line that was putting Trevor Lawrence under siege every week. Left guard was the clear weak spot for Arizona this past season, with longtime swing guard Elijah Wilkinson struggling throughout the season. Here, Cleveland goes to a Cardinals offense led by Drew Petzing, who left Minnesota right before he arrived in 2020.
The Commanders need a left guard and should look to bolster an offensive line that likely will be protecting a rookie No. 2 overall pick quarterback. Kliff Kingsbury’s Air Raid attack features a lot of quick outs paired with zone-based RPOs that can get Cleveland in space, where he operates at his best.
Top free agent comparison: Austin Corbett, 2022
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Positive run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Ezra Cleveland | 55.1 | 53.1 | 16.8% | ||
| Austin Corbett | 62.5 | 50.2 | 15.2% | 4.2% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
77. C Aaron Brewer, Tennessee Titans
Potential landing spot(s): Chicago Bears, Miami Dolphins, New York Jets
The Bears signed Titans right guard Nate Davis in free agency last offseason, so here they go back to the well with a light-on-his-feet, outside-zone run blocker who started at center this season after primarily playing left guard. Center is one of the biggest needs on the Bears' roster, and they will probably always be conscious of having a solid player to fill in at left guard when necessary.
Miami may have to replace center Connor Williams, though a return to Miami where he can rehab in a familiar place and continue to thrive also makes sense. Brewer would be a perfect fit to similarly jump out to the second level in a hurry and block for the speedy running backs in tow.
We’ve highlighted the Jets a few times already with center in mind, and there’s also a connection here to Jets passing game coordinator Todd Downing, who was the Titans' offensive coordinator in 2022 and worked with Brewer for several years.
Top free agent comparison: Mason Cole, 2022
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Positive run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Aaron Brewer | 47.5 | 35.1 | 16.2% | ||
| Mason Cole | 44.0 | 29.8 | 12.3% | 2.5% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
84. G Damien Lewis, Seattle Seahawks
Potential landing spot(s): Jacksonville Jaguars, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Lewis returns to the Southeast, where he played college ball at LSU, and fills a major void on the Jaguars' offensive line. Lewis really impressed on film in 2023, and while we may be higher on him than the consensus, he is a proficient run blocker and has made continued strides as a pass protector.
We’ll mention Tampa Bay a few times for left guards because it makes a lot of sense with rookie contract players across the line and a good set of offensive weapons largely in place. Tristan Wirfs may become the highest-paid offensive lineman in NFL history in the not-so-distant future, but another expenditure on the left side of the line still seems probable.
Top free agent comparison: Brian Winters, 2017
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Positive run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Damien Lewis | 68.9 | 59.6 | 13.1% | ||
| Brian Winters | 75.0 | 66.0 | 12.2% | 4.3% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
92. G Jon Runyan, Green Bay Packers
Potential landing spot(s): Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Chargers
New Raiders offensive coordinator Luke Getsy coached Runyan with the Green Bay Packers, so familiarity exists there.
Runyan played college ball for Jim Harbaugh at Michigan, and his father, Jon Runyan Sr., played for the San Diego Chargers back in the day. Beyond the connections, the Chargers have one of the worst, if not the worst, cap situations in the NFL, so they’re going to have to do well at bargain-hunting in the first offseason of the new regime.
Top free agent comparison: Quinton Spain, 2020
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Positive run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Jon Runyan Jr. | 71.2 | 63.0 | 9.6% | ||
| Quinton Spain | 74.1 | 62.4 | 11.2% | 2.5% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
93. C Tyler Biadasz, Dallas Cowboys
Potential landing spot(s): Denver Broncos, Los Angeles Chargers
Broncos head coach Sean Payton is probably not looking to start an inexperienced center as the team looks to find its next franchise quarterback, so perhaps the savvy Biadasz is a good pairing for a young signal-caller.
Kellen Moore coached Biadasz as the Cowboys' offensive coordinator and then spent last season with the Chargers, who could tap into his knowledge, as well, despite his new job in Philadelphia.
Top free agent comparison: Ted Karras, 2022
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Positive run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Tyler Biadasz | 64.3 | 59.1 | 11.1% | ||
| Ted Karras | 64.6 | 67.3 | 11.3% | 2.9% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
94. G Jonah Jackson, Detroit Lions
Potential landing spot(s): Carolina Panthers, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Injuries have ravaged Carolina's guards over the past few years — particularly at left guard this past season — but they nonetheless earned the worst grade at the position in the NFL in 2023 (37.6). New general manager Dan Morgan said at his introductory press conference that he wanted “dogs” on this reshaped roster, and Jonah Jackson could be the tone-setting mauler at left guard who fits the bill.
The Buccaneers could add a nasty second-level run blocker alongside maybe the best pass protector in the NFL in Tristan Wirfs, who has already adjusted nicely to the blindside after moving across the line ahead of the 2023 season.
Top free agent comparison: J.R. Sweezy, 2016
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Positive run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Jonah Jackson | 57.3 | 48.7 | 15.8% | ||
| J.R. Sweezy | 59.5 | 43.9 | 15.5% | 4.2% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
97. C Coleman Shelton, Los Angeles Rams
Potential landing spot(s): Chicago Bears, Seattle Seahawks
Shelton has a void in his contract that triggered with at least 55% of offensive snaps played, so he will be a pending free agent despite technically being under contract for 2024 as of today. Shelton played for new Bears offensive coordinator Shane Waldron in 2019-20 with the Los Angeles Rams and held up well at guard in 2022.
Seattle could be looking for a new center in 2024 and needs help at the guard spots, as we’ve mentioned, so depending on the offensive coordinator, there could be a fit here. Shelton played his college ball at Washington, meaning it would also be a return to the Seattle area for him.
Top free agent comparison: Spencer Long, 2019
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Positive run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Coleman Shelton | 57.4 | 51.8 | 12.7% | ||
| Spencer Long | 54.1 | 58.1 | 8.6% | 2.2% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
110. G John Simpson, Baltimore Ravens
Potential landing spot(s): Carolina Panthers, Detroit Lions
We mentioned new Panthers general manager Dan Morgan’s dogged pursuit of dogs for this roster, and Simpson made some of our favorite pull blocks of 2023 through the playoffs. He brings an edge in the ground game.
This could be the cheaper replacement for Jonah Jackson at left guard if Detroit makes the tough decision to move on from some promising homegrown players as they transition into a new era with big contracts pending for a lot of key contributors.
Top free agent comparison: John Miller, 2020
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Positive run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| John Simpson | 61.1 | 64.8 | 12.1% | ||
| John Miller | 65.4 | 59.3 | 10.5% | 2% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
114. T Josh Jones, Houston Texans
Potential landing spot(s): Cleveland Browns, New Orleans Saints, New York Jets, Tennessee Titans
All the above teams need either starting-caliber or quality upside swing tackles, and Jones fits the billing there to a tee. He got some run on the inside at guard with the Houston Texans in 2023, as well, so he’s a flexible, young option with the potential to develop into a solid starter across the formation. Houston traded for Jones before the season amid a bunch of injuries across the line, and other teams had cursory interest.
Top free agent comparison: Andre Dillard, 2023
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Negative run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Josh Jones | 71.6 | 64.0 | 5.1% | ||
| Andre Dillard | 72.6 | 66.0 | 10.4% | 4.3% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
117. T Donovan Smith, Kansas City Chiefs
Potential landing spot(s): Dallas Cowboys, New England Patriots
This is a hypothetical swap, with Smith exchanging left tackle spots with Tyron Smith, who we sent to the Kansas City Chiefs at the outset of the article. Dallas may explore moving left guard Tyler Smith back out to tackle, where he played in college before the Cowboys took him in the first round. Tyler Smith has played at an All-Pro level on the interior, so in this scenario Dallas lets him stick there and continue to dominate.
The Patriots need help across their offensive line, and there’s a connection here with Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht, who drafted Smith early in the second round and extended him ahead of the team's Super Bowl run with Tom Brady.
Top free agent comparison: George Fant, 2023
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Negative run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Donovan Smith | 67.6 | 60.2 | 19.2% | ||
| George Fant | 63.9 | 59.1 | 17.1% | 1.3% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
122. G Graham Glasgow, Detroit Lions
Potential landing spot(s): Jacksonville Jaguars, Los Angeles Rams
Glasgow would be a great veteran addition for a handful of teams, and here he goes to Jacksonville, where Brandon Scherff may not play much longer and question marks continue about whether Walker Little stays on the inside or perhaps kicks back out to tackle if Cam Robinson ends up a cap casualty.
Glasgow's style would fit well in the Rams' new rushing attack, and he played for years with Matthew Stafford back in the day in Detroit, including extended time at center. He could start or be a swing interior offensive lineman, a great addition as the Rams make a few more runs before Stafford retires.
Top free agent comparison: Mark Glowinski, 2022
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Positive run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Graham Glasgow | 59.8 | 51.2 | 15.6% | ||
| Mark Glowinski | 65.3 | 57.8 | 13.9% | 3% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
123. G Greg Van Roten, Las Vegas Raiders
Potential landing spot(s): Baltimore Ravens, Green Bay Packers
Van Roten had a bounce-back 2023 season with the Las Vegas Raiders after playing for a handful of teams at a subpar level in recent seasons. Van Roten can line up at either guard spot and could be a potentially cheaper veteran replacement as Baltimore gets ready to dole out a handful of big contracts on top of a lengthy list of existing ones.
Van Roten started his career in Green Bay in 2012 as an undrafted free agent and had a fascinating developmental journey, not logging a snap again until 2017 with the Carolina Panthers. He returns to where his career started to perhaps replace Jon Runyan Jr. and provide a veteran presence on the interior of a very young offensive line.
Top free agent comparison: Chris Chester, 2015
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Positive run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Greg Van Roten | 74.2 | 67.1 | 11.0% | ||
| Chris Chester | 73.8 | 66.4 | 13.6% | 1.9% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
124. T George Fant, Houston Texans
Potential landing spot(s): Cleveland Browns, Miami Dolphins, Seattle Seahawks
Fant should continue to get looks as a swing tackle in outside zone-based offenses, with his tight end chops from his Seattle days illustrating his athleticism in space and as a sixth offensive lineman in jumbo packages. All three listed teams could use tackle depth on the cheap, and Fant makes a ton of sense.
Top free agent comparison: Mike Remmers, 2021
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Negative run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| George Fant | 60.4 | 58.0 | 17.4% | ||
| Mike Remmers | 70.4 | 60.8 | 17.1% | 1.8% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
131. C Evan Brown, Seattle Seahawks
Potential landing spot(s): Chicago Bears, Denver Broncos, New York Jets
Brown was the starting center this past season for Shane Waldron, so this would be a smooth transition to Chicago under the new Bears' new offensive coaching staff.
Denver could lose Lloyd Cushenberry III at center and go the cheaper route with a solid swing interior player who held up well as a starting center in an NFC West division that features some ferocious interior pass-rush units.
The Jets adding a veteran center to work with Aaron Rodgers makes a lot of sense as they look to maximize his one- or two-year window.
Top free agent comparison: Austin Blythe, 2022
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Positive run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Evan Brown | 52.0 | 46.3 | 12.2% | ||
| Austin Blythe | 52.8 | 41.3 | 14.4% | 1.9% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
143. T Cam Fleming, Denver Broncos
Potential landing spot(s): Kansas City Chiefs, New Orleans Saints
Here, Kansas City adds a veteran tackle who has lined up at both bookend spots, allowing the team to slowly develop 2023 draft pick Wanya Morris.
We’ve mentioned the Saints' need for a swing tackle who can start on the left side, and there’s familiarity here with Fleming playing for Sean Payton in 2023.
Top free agent comparison: Jermon Bushrod, 2016
| Player | Pass-block grade | True pass set pass-block grade | Negative run-block grade percentage | APY as % of Cap at signing | |
| Cam Fleming | 74.4 | 73.4 | 12.6% | ||
| Chris Clark | 79.0 | 76.2 | 10.1% | 1% | |
*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing
Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings
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